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With crisp, clean air and magnificent scenery; winter walking can be incredibly rewarding but it doesn’t come without risk. With an increased risk of hyperthermia and injury, the cold weather can be dangerous so dressing appropriately is essential to staying safe. In this guide, we take a look at how to effectively wear layers, as well as the types of clothing you need to ensure you stay warm outdoors this winter.

It has been one of the most exciting World Cup tournaments in years, but with the final between New Zealand and Australia set to kick off on 31st October at 16:00, it has almost come to a close. Ahead of the final, we take a look at both teams and which is more likely to lift the Webb Ellis Trophy.

For the first time at sportsdirect.com we offered shirts with Manchester United legend names, alongside the current roster. We compared the shirt sales of Beckham, Scholes, Giggs, Best and Cantona, but who was the most popular? Take a look at our top five list to find out!

While many are familiar with the Rugby World Cup, there will be some people who have never watched a rugby match. We want to make sure as many people as possible experience this huge event, so here are the reasons, the World Cup is the perfect time to start watching rugby.

The Rugby World Cup is under way, so we thought to find out which team is most likely to win the tournament. We have also outlined the games that shouldn’t missed in each group, so even the busiest of rugby fans can view some fantastic matches.